Tired, sick, sad, depressed—yet as nurturers, we’ll still drop everything to care for the ones we love. It doesn’t matter the time, the place, or the situation; the heart of a nurturer remains constant, unwavering. There’s a special fulfillment in knowing that the love we give is irreplaceable and profoundly valuable. We love without conditions, and often, our deepest joy comes from simply making others feel safe, cared for, and loved.
A spotless home, filled with the comforting scent of a home-cooked meal, ready to be shared with family. Just to witness their happiness, to see those smiles light up the room, is enough for us to feel appreciated, even if the words are never spoken. There’s a quiet satisfaction in knowing that the love we pour out will linger in the hearts of those we cherish.
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But there’s a side of nurturing that often goes unspoken, the side that feels drained, taken for granted, or even unappreciated. As natural nurturers, we’re inclined to heal and uplift everyone we love. Yet, it’s easy to forget one fundamental truth: we can’t truly nurture others if our own well runs dry. We cannot pour into those who don’t value what we give, who take our love as if it’s owed to them rather than a gift freely offered.
We’re meant to nurture the children, the sick, and our loved ones. And that’s not limited to those we’re tied to by blood; a nurturer’s love transcends those boundaries. We love with a fierceness that doesn’t differentiate, as if every child, every soul we care for is ours. However, one of the hardest lessons for us to learn is this: sometimes, we have to say "no” not out of selfishness, but out of self-preservation.
The greatest gift we can give ourselves, and those we love, is the awareness to recognize when we need to turn that love inward. To truly nurture, we must also nurture ourselves. We must set boundaries, not only to protect our hearts but also to ensure that when we give, it is with a fullness that leaves no room for resentment. Self-care isn’t a luxury; it’s a necessity, a way to refuel so we can continue to give from a place of abundance, not depletion.
So here’s to us, the nurturers, let’s learn to care for ourselves with the same dedication we give to others. Let’s fill our own cups first, so that what overflows is pure, abundant love, a love that fulfills not just others, but us, too.
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